The Chinese company BYD to start the European expansion in Norway

Car SUV electrical Pliers EV600 will be sold in Norway this year, followed by the launch of a full-fledged European



Manufacturer of Chinese EV BYD has improved its plan to enter the passenger car market of Europe and will be launching Tang EV600 SUV electric in Norway this year.

The company, which sells bus electrified and intercity Bus in Europe, choose Norway as the first country to receive the Tang, based on the fact that it has a strong infrastructure and a high demand for EVs.

The introduction of the SUV will be followed by the launch of the European electric commercial vehicle, including van panels, tractor yard, and two truck size.

Tang, now in the second generation, available with five or seven seats, and the battery 82.8 kWh claimed to provide a distance of 373 miles on a cycle of the NDC - although this figure is likely to drop once the car is subjected to a test range of the WLTP.

Equipped with an electric motor on each axle for the permanent all-wheel drive and have a joint output of 483 HP - 81bhp is from the Audi E-Tron. It is said to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 4.4 seconds and is capable of fast charging in just 30 minutes - although it is not yet clear whether the figures quoted are 80% or 100% charging.

The price has not been confirmed, but the initial price of about 260,000 yuan (about 29.600 pounds) in China means that the Pliers are most likely to reduce Western competitors when it arrives in Europe.

Isbrand Ho, manager of the European division of BYD, said: "Norway is the market the most advanced in Europe when it comes to the adoption of the extensive and use of electric vehicles, as well as have a network of charging comprehensive. We will evaluate how the market works, but in the long term, our goal is to expand the sales of passenger cars outside of Norway.

"We are very excited to expand our portfolio with the addition of a vehicle a new pure electric. This is another milestone in our commitment to protect the environment by helping to reduce emissions and clean the air in Europe.

"During the test marketing, we believe that the area of the BYD Tang, design, practicality, and high technology will attract European customers.”

Pliers will not be BYD's first car available in Europe. In 2013, a fleet of 50 BYD e6 electric Hatchback was imported into the Uk for use by rental companies private. The model is also selected by the authorities of Brussels to use as a taxi in Belgium's capital.
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